2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Veracruz and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Veracruz | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |
